Buyer - Bespoke Automotive

Vibe Recruit; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job description

Buyer - Bespoke Automotive

An outstanding opportunity is now available for an experienced buyer to join a small purchasing team within an exciting and innovative, low volume automotive environment. In their pursuit of excellence, the team undertakes the procurement of a vast array of new bespoke features from a diverse range of specialised, sustainable sources.

As an integral part of our Bespoke purchasing team, you will be responsible for selecting suitable suppliers and securing the supply of low volume Bespoke components.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for selecting suitable suppliers and securing the supply of low volume Bespoke components.
• Review new component designs and find appropriate suppliers who can deliver the required new products.
• Source new and innovative low volume suppliers capable of meeting exacting quality standards and have experience of modern structured sourcing processes.
• Familiarise yourself with project management principles ensuring that all parts are supplied to the required quality standard and within the planned delivery timeline.
• Proactively resolve supplier challenges and adopt a collaborative approach to developing business relationships with all parties involved.
• Work collaboratively with other team members within the bespoke team (Engineering, Manufacturing, Project Management, Design) to deliver the key new features specified.

Skills & Experience

• A good understanding of how to analyse costs and agree prices with suppliers to achieve the best possible value for money, whilst taking account of design, volume, and timing constraints.
• Comprehensive understanding of vehicle component purchasing and new product development.
• A CIPS qualification would be advantageous.
• Professional experience in the field of Purchasing or Supplier Quality Management at an Automotive Manufacturer or tier 1 Automotive supply.
• Proven track record of delivery within a multi-project engineering environment and experience of managing and leading purchasing and/or parts quality teams.
• Familiarity with accreditations such as ISO9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, TS16949.
• Knowledge of Automotive Manufacturing Processes for interior/exterior/electrical components with the ability to select appropriate processes and tooling options for low and medium volume manufacturing.
• Experience of managing the end-to-end production component purchasing process within an automotive NPI environment.